Job Title: IT Lab Computing Support Specialist
Location: Bothell, WA
Pay Range: $39.07/hr - $49.62/hr
Introduction
The GMP Lab Computing Services (LCS) Engineer is a technical role responsible for the reliable, compliant, and lifecycle management of laboratory computing systems and associated technologies supporting GMP-regulated laboratory operations. This role provides technical support for laboratory computerized systems, infrastructure, instrumentation interfaces, applications, and associated services throughout their lifecycle. The position requires a strong combination of laboratory computing expertise, engineering discipline, GMP knowledge, quality mindset, and operational ownership.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Life Sciences, or related technical discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Significant experience supporting laboratory computing, computerized laboratory systems, scientific systems, instrumentation, or related technologies.
- Demonstrated experience working within a GMP-regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of GMP principles and Good Documentation Practices.
- Demonstrated experience with controlled technical execution, change management, testing, and verification.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Experience supporting regulated computerized systems throughout their lifecycle.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including Quality, Laboratory Operations, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and vendors.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound technical judgment.
- Ability to balance operational urgency with GMP and quality requirements.
- Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry.
Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other highly regulated laboratory environments.
- Experience with computerized system validation (CSV) or computer software assurance (CSA).
- Experience with laboratory informatics and laboratory applications.
- Experience supporting laboratory instruments and instrument-to-system interfaces.
- Experience with Windows infrastructure supporting laboratory systems.
- Experience with virtualization, networking, databases, system interfaces, or enterprise infrastructure.
- Experience with data-integrity assessments.
- Experience with change control, deviation investigations, CAPA, and risk assessments.
- Experience supporting regulatory inspections or audits.
- Experience leading technical projects or system implementations.
- Experience mentoring engineers or technical staff.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Provide senior-level technical support and ownership for GMP laboratory computing systems and associated services.
- Maintain reliable operation of laboratory applications, computerized systems, workstations, instruments, interfaces, and supporting infrastructure.
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert for assigned laboratory computing platforms and services.
- Lead troubleshooting of complex technical issues and coordinate resolution across multiple technical and business teams.
- Provide technical direction during system incidents, service interruptions, and complex operational events.
- Develop sustainable solutions to recurring technical problems and reduce operational risk.
- Support laboratory system lifecycle activities including implementation, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, retirement, and decommissioning.
- Maintain appropriate technical documentation, system information, configuration records, and support procedures.
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